Cell adhesion molecules and clusters of differentiation (CD)

Cell adhesion molecules are proteins found on the cell surface and in the extracellular space. These molecules enable cells to adhere to other cells or components of the extracellular matrix. They facilitate communication between adjacent cells and the transmission of intracellular signals, which is crucial for the development and homeostasis of tissues.

Clusters of differentiation are surface molecules expressed on cell membranes. While they can have various functions, in laboratory contexts, they are used as cellular markers; characteristic proteins that serve to define specific cell populations. These markers facilitate the identification of specific cellular subsets in immunophenotyping experiments, such as CD3 on all T cells or CD56 on natural killer cells.

In the Abylabel catalog, you will find a wide range of antibodies against adhesion molecules and CDs, produced in various species and tested in several techniques, providing a variety of options for researchers.